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About This Document

Purpose
This document provides reference for planning and deploying DC blade RRU3953 and
RRU3953w (referred to as RRU in this document). It presents the exterior and describes the
ports, functions, cable types, connector specifications, and cable connections of the RRU.

Product Versions
The following table lists the product versions related to the RRU3953 and RRU3953w.
Product Name Solution Version Product Version

DBS3900 l SRAN8.0 and later V100R008C00 and later


versions versions
l GBSS15.0 and later
versions
l eRAN6.0 and later
versions

Intended Audience
This document is intended for:
l Base station installation engineers
l System engineers
l Site maintenance engineers

Organization
1 Changes in RRU3953&RRU3953w Hardware Description
This section describes the changes in RRU3953&RRU3953w Hardware Description.
2 RRU Introduction

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This chapter describes the exterior and function of the RRU as well as the ports and indicators
on the RRU.

3 RRU Cables

This chapter describes RRU cables.

4 RF Cable Connections for the RRU3953&RRR3953w

RF cable connections for the RRU vary depending on the configurations of the RRU and
antenna.

5 RRU Auxiliary Devices

This chapter describes RRU auxiliary devices.

Conventions
Symbol Conventions

The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

Symbol Description

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not


avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not


avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not


avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not


avoided, could result in equipment damage, data loss,
performance deterioration, or unanticipated results.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal
injury.

Calls attention to important information, best practices and


tips.
NOTE is used to address information not related to
personal injury, equipment damage, and environment
deterioration.

General Conventions

The general conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

Convention Description

Times New Roman Normal paragraphs are in Times New Roman.

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Convention Description

Boldface Names of files, directories, folders, and users are in


boldface. For example, log in as user root.

Italic Book titles are in italics.


Courier New Examples of information displayed on the screen are in
Courier New.

Command Conventions

The command conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

Convention Description

Boldface The keywords of a command line are in boldface.

Italic Command arguments are in italics.

[] Items (keywords or arguments) in brackets [ ] are optional.

{ x | y | ... } Optional items are grouped in braces and separated by


vertical bars. One item is selected.

[ x | y | ... ] Optional items are grouped in brackets and separated by


vertical bars. One item is selected or no item is selected.

{ x | y | ... }* Optional items are grouped in braces and separated by


vertical bars. A minimum of one item or a maximum of all
items can be selected.

[ x | y | ... ]* Optional items are grouped in brackets and separated by


vertical bars. Several items or no item can be selected.

GUI Conventions

The GUI conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

Convention Description

Boldface Buttons, menus, parameters, tabs, window, and dialog titles


are in boldface. For example, click OK.

> Multi-level menus are in boldface and separated by the ">"


signs. For example, choose File > Create > Folder.

Keyboard Operations

The keyboard operations that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

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Format Description

Key Press the key. For example, press Enter and press Tab.

Key 1+Key 2 Press the keys concurrently. For example, pressing Ctrl
+Alt+A means the three keys should be pressed
concurrently.

Key 1, Key 2 Press the keys in turn. For example, pressing Alt, A means
the two keys should be pressed in turn.

Mouse Operations
The mouse operations that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

Action Description

Click Select and release the primary mouse button without


moving the pointer.

Double-click Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and


quickly without moving the pointer.

Drag Press and hold the primary mouse button and move the
pointer to a certain position.

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Contents

About This Document.....................................................................................................................ii


1 Changes in RRU3953&RRU3953w Hardware Description................................................... 1
2 RRU Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 RRU Exterior.................................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.2 RRU Functions............................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 RRU Technical Specifications........................................................................................................................................6
2.4 RRU Ports.......................................................................................................................................................................6
2.5 RRU Indicators............................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.6 Optical Modules........................................................................................................................................................... 10

3 RRU Cables...................................................................................................................................12
3.1 RRU Cables.................................................................................................................................................................. 14
3.2 RRU PGND Cable........................................................................................................................................................15
3.3 RRU Power Cable........................................................................................................................................................ 15
3.4 RRU Alarm Cable........................................................................................................................................................ 17
3.5 CPRI Fiber Optic Cable................................................................................................................................................18
3.6 RRU RF Jumper........................................................................................................................................................... 23
3.7 RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable...................................................................................................................................... 23
3.8 RRU AISG Extension Cable........................................................................................................................................ 25

4 RF Cable Connections for the RRU3953&RRR3953w.......................................................... 27


5 RRU Auxiliary Devices.............................................................................................................. 29

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1 Changes in RRU3953&RRU3953w
Hardware Description

This section describes the changes in RRU3953&RRU3953w Hardware Description.

02 (2015-12-30)
This is the second official release.
Compared with issue 01 (2015-05-30), this issue does not include any new information.
Compared with issue 01 (2015-05-30), this issue includes the following changes:

Topic Change Description

3.3 RRU Power Cable Added the specifications of an RRU power


cable.

5 RRU Auxiliary Devices Modified the information of RRU auxiliary


devices.

Compared with issue 01 (2015-05-30), no information is deleted from this issue.

01 (2015-05-30)
This is the first official release.
Compared with issue Draft B (2015-01-10), this issue does not include any new information.
Compared with issue Draft B (2015-01-10), this issue does not include any changes.
Compared with issue Draft B (2015-01-10), no information is deleted from this issue.

Draft B (2015-01-10)
This is a draft.
Compared with issue Draft A (2014-09-30), this issue does not include any new information.
Compared with issue Draft A (2014-09-30), this issue includes the following changes:

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Topic Change Description

2.1 RRU Exterior Added information about the positions of


the RRU label and nameplate.

Compared with issue Draft A (2014-09-30), no information is deleted from this issue.

Draft A (2014-09-30)
This is a draft.

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2 RRU Introduction

About This Chapter

This chapter describes the exterior and function of the RRU as well as the ports and indicators
on the RRU.

2.1 RRU Exterior


This section describes the exterior and dimensions of an RRU.
2.2 RRU Functions
This section describes main functions of an RRU.
2.3 RRU Technical Specifications
This section describes technical specifications of an RRU, including supported modes,
frequency bands, RF specifications, engineering specifications, and antenna capabilities.
2.4 RRU Ports
This section describes ports on the RRU panels. An RRU has a bottom panel, cabling cavity
panel, and indicator panel.
2.5 RRU Indicators
This section describes six indicators on an RRU. They indicate the running status of the RRU.
2.6 Optical Modules
An optical module transmits optical signals between an optical port and a fiber optic cable.

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2.1 RRU Exterior


This section describes the exterior and dimensions of an RRU.

Figure 2-1 shows the exterior of an RRU.

Figure 2-1 RRU exterior

Figure 2-2 shows RRU dimensions.

Figure 2-2 RRU dimensions

You can obtain the RRU frequency band and power supply information from the
configuration label on the cover plate and obtain the RRU name from the nameplate on the
side of RRU that accommodates the conversion bracket. Figure 2-3 shows the positions of the
configuration label and nameplate on the RRU.

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NOTE

The actual label and nameplate may differ from what is shown in the figure.

Figure 2-3 Positions of the label and nameplate

(1) Configuration label (2) Nameplate (3) Frequency band

(4) Power supply type (5) Module name -

2.2 RRU Functions


This section describes main functions of an RRU.
The Remote Radio Unit (RRU) consists of the high-speed interface unit, signal processing
unit, power amplifier, duplexer, extension ports, and power module.
Figure 2-4 shows the functional structure of the RRU.

Figure 2-4 Functional structure of an RRU

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NOTE

For details about the extension ports, see 2.4 RRU Ports.

The RRU performs the following functions:


l Receives downlink baseband data from the BBU and sends uplink baseband data to the
BBU.
l Receives RF signals from the antenna system, down-converts the signals to intermediate
frequency (IF) signals, amplifies the IF signals, performs analog-to-digital conversion,
and up-converts RF signals to the transmit (TX) band.
l Multiplexes receive (RX) and TX signals on the RF channel so that these signals can
share the same antenna channel, and filters the RX and TX signals.
l Provides a built-in Bias Tee (BT). Besides receiving and transmitting RF signals, RRU
RF ports A and B transmit OOK signals to antennas through the built-in BT. The RF
ports A, B, C, and D also supply DC power to the tower mounted amplifier (TMA).
l When an RRU is equiped with an AC/DC power module, the RRU and the power
module togther are called an AC RRU. For details about the AC/DC power module, see
AC/DC Power Module User Guide or OPM15M User Guide or OPM30M User Guide or
OPM50M User Guide.

2.3 RRU Technical Specifications


This section describes technical specifications of an RRU, including supported modes,
frequency bands, RF specifications, engineering specifications, and antenna capabilities.
For details about technical specifications of an RRU, see section Technical Specifications of
RRUs in the 3900 Series Base Station Technical Description.

2.4 RRU Ports


This section describes ports on the RRU panels. An RRU has a bottom panel, cabling cavity
panel, and indicator panel.
Figure 2-5 shows the ports on the RRU panels.

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Figure 2-5 Ports on the RRU panels

Table 2-1 describes ports and indicators on the RRU panels.

Table 2-1 Ports and indicators on the RRU panels

Item Silkscreen Remarks

(1) Ports in the RTN(+) Power supply socket, for details about RRU
cabling cavity power cable experience and specifications,
NEG(-) see 3.3 RRU Power Cable.

CPRI0 Optical/electrical port 0, connected to the


BBU or an upper-level RRU

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Item Silkscreen Remarks

CPRI1 Optical/electrical port 1, connected to a


lower-level RRU or the BBU

(2) Bottom ports ANT_TX/RXA TX/RX port A (DIN-type connector),


supporting RET signal transmission

ANT_TX/RXB TX/RX port B (DIN-type connector),


supporting RET signal transmission

ANT_RXC TX/RX port C (DIN-type connector)

ANT_RXD TX/RX port D (DIN-type connector)

EXT_ALM Alarm monitoring port used for monitoring


one RS485 signal and two dry contact
signals

RET Communication port for the RET antenna,


supporting RET signal transmission

(3) Indicator RUN For details, see 2.5 RRU Indicators.

ALM

ACT

VSWR

CPRI0

CPRI1

NOTE

l The port for transmitting RET signals is determined by the software.


l Connect the CPRI0 port to the BBU by default in the single-mode scenario.

2.5 RRU Indicators


This section describes six indicators on an RRU. They indicate the running status of the RRU.

For detailed positions of RRU indicators, see 2.4 RRU Ports.

Table 2-2 describes RRU indicators.

Table 2-2 RRU Indicators

Indicator Color Status Meaning

RUN Green Steady on The power input is available, but the board
is faulty.

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Indicator Color Status Meaning

Steady off No power input is available or the board is


faulty.

Blinking (on for The board is running properly.


1s and off for 1s)

Blinking (on for The board software is being loaded or the


0.125s and off for board is not working.
0.125s)

ALM Red Steady on Alarms are generated, and the module must
be replaced.

Blinking (on for Alarms are generated. The alarms may be


1s and off for 1s) caused by faults on the related board or
ports. Therefore, you need to locate the
fault before deciding whether to replace the
module.

Steady off No alarms are generated.

ACT Green Steady on The board is working properly when TX


channels are enabled or software is being
loaded to a board that is not started.

Blinking (on for The board is running with TX channels


1s and off for 1s) disabled.

VSWR Red Steady off No voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR)


alarm is generated.

Blinking (on for VSWR alarms are generated on the


1s and off for 1s) ANT_TX/RXB port.

Steady on VSWR alarms are generated on the


ANT_TX/RXA port.

Blinking (on for VSWR alarms are generated on the


0.125s and off for ANT_TX/RXA and ANT_TX/RXB ports.
0.125s)

CPRI0 Red and Steady green The CPRI link is running properly.
green
Steady red An optical module fails to receive or
transmit signals possibly because the
optical module is faulty or the optical fiber
is broken.

Blinking red (on The CPRI link is out of lock because of


for 1s and off for faults on the mutual lock of dual-mode
1s) clock sources or mismatched data rates on
CPRI ports.

Steady off The optical module cannot be detected or is


powered off.

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Indicator Color Status Meaning

CPRI1 Red and Steady green The CPRI link is running properly.
green
Steady red An optical module fails to receive or
transmit signals possibly because the
optical module is faulty or the optical fiber
is broken.

Blinking red (on The CPRI link is out of lock because of


for 1s and off for faults on the mutual lock of dual-mode
1s) clock sources or mismatched data rates on
CPRI ports.

Steady off The optical module cannot be detected or is


powered off.

NOTE

VSWR indicators on RRUs providing one or more than two TX channels have two types of status:
l Steady off: No VSWR alarm is generated.
l Steady on: VSWR alarms are generated on one or more ports.

2.6 Optical Modules


An optical module transmits optical signals between an optical port and a fiber optic cable.

NOTE

l The exteriors of an optical module and the label on an optical module in this section are for
reference only. The actual exteriors may be different.
l Boards or RF modules supporting only the 1.25 Gbit/s CPRI port rate, for example, a GTMU or
RRU3908 V1, cannot use 10 Gbit/s optical modules.
l A fiber optic cable must use the same type of optical modules on its two ends. If different types of
optical modules are used by a fiber optic cable, performance risks may arise, for example, alarms, bit
errors, and interrupted links.
l Only Huawei-certified optical modules meeting the following requirements can be used for Huawei
wireless devices:
l Requirements of devices on which optical modules are to be installed
l Laser safety in the IEC 60825-1 standard
l General safety in the IEC 60950-1 standard
l For SFP or QSFP optical modules certified and provided by Huawei, see Spare Parts Catalog.

The following figure shows the exteriors of optical modules.

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Figure 2-6 Exteriors of optical modules

a: Optical module b: Single-fiber bidirectional optical module

Label on an Optical Module


There is a label on each optical module, which provides information such as the rate,
wavelength, and transmission mode, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 2-7 Label on an optical module

(1) Rate (2) Wavelength (3) Transmission mode

Optical Module Type


Optical modules can be divided into single- and multimode optical modules, which can be
distinguished as follows:
l The puller of a single-mode optical module is blue and the puller of a multimode optical
module is black or gray.
l The transmission mode is displayed as "SM" on the label of a single-mode optical
module and "MM" on the label of a multimode optical module.

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3 RRU Cables

About This Chapter

This chapter describes RRU cables.

3.1 RRU Cables


This section describes RRU cable connections.
3.2 RRU PGND Cable
An RRU PGND cable connects an RRU and a ground bar, ensuring the proper grounding of
the RRU. The maximum length of an RRU PGND cable is 8 m (26.25 ft).
3.3 RRU Power Cable
The RRU power cable is a -48 V DC shielded cable. It feeds -48 V DC power to an RRU. The
maximum length of power supply that an RRU power cable supports is 100 m (328.08 ft).
3.4 RRU Alarm Cable
The RRU alarm cable, a shielded straight-through cable, transmits alarm signals from an
external device to an RRU so that the base station monitors the operating status of external
devices. The RRU alarm cable is 5 m (16.4 ft).
3.5 CPRI Fiber Optic Cable
CPRI fiber optic cables are classified into multimode fiber optic cables and single-mode fiber
optic cables. They transfer CPRI signals.
3.6 RRU RF Jumper
The 1/2" RRU RF jumper transmits and receives RF signals between an RRU and an antenna.
A fixed-length RF jumper used by an RRU is 2 m (6.56 ft), 3 m (9.84 ft), 4 m (13.12 ft), 6 m
(19.68 ft), or 10 m (32.81 ft). A variable-length RF jumper used by an RRU has a maximum
length of 10 m (32.81 ft).
3.7 RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable
An RRU AISG multi-wire cable connects an RRU and an RCU to transmit control signals
from a base station to an RET antenna. When the RRU is connected to the RET antenna, an
AISG multi-wire cable transmits RS485 signals. The length of the AISG multi-wire cable is 5
m (16.40 ft).
3.8 RRU AISG Extension Cable
When the distance between an RRU and an RCU is longer than 5 m (16.4 ft), an AISG multi-
wire cable is not long enough to connect the RRU and the RCU. In this case, an AISG

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extension cable is used to extend the AISG multi-wire cable for transmitting RS485 signals.
The length of the AISG extension cable is 15 m (49.21 ft).

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3.1 RRU Cables


This section describes RRU cable connections.

Table 3-1 lists RRU cables.

Table 3-1 RRU cables

Cable One End The Other End

Connector Installation Connector Installation


Position Position

3.2 RRU OT terminal Ground OT terminal Ground terminal


PGND Cable (M6, 16 mm2 or terminal on (M8, 16 mm2 or on the ground
0.025 in.2) the RRU 0.025 in.2) bar

3.3 RRU Tool-less female NEG(-) and Depending on External power


Power Cable connector RTN(+) ports the power equipment
(pressfit type) on the RRU equipment

3.4 RRU Waterproof EXT_ALM Cord end External alarm


Alarm Cable DB15 male port on the terminal device
connector RRU

3.5 CPRI DLC connector CPRI0 port on DLC connector CPRI port on a
Fiber Optic the RRU board in the
Cable BBU or CPRI1
port on the
upper-level RRU

CPRI1 port on CPRI0 port on


the RRU the lower-level
RRU or CPRI
port on a board
in the BBU

3.6 RRU RF DIN male RF ports on DIN male Antenna system


Jumper connector the RRU connector

3.7 RRU Waterproof DB9 RET port on Standard AISG Standard AISG
AISG Multi- male connector the RRU female male connector
Wire Cable connector on the RCU or
on the AISG
extension cable

3.8 RRU Standard AISG Standard Standard AISG Standard AISG


AISG male connector AISG female female male connector
Extension connector on connector on the RCU
Cable the AISG
multi-wire
cable

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3.2 RRU PGND Cable


An RRU PGND cable connects an RRU and a ground bar, ensuring the proper grounding of
the RRU. The maximum length of an RRU PGND cable is 8 m (26.25 ft).

Exterior
A PGND cable is green or green and yellow with a cross-sectional area of 16 mm2 (0.025 in.
2).
An OT terminal is installed at each end of the cable. Figure 3-1 shows a PGND cable.

Figure 3-1 PGND cable

(1) OT terminal (M6, 16 mm2 or 0.025 in.2) (2) OT terminal (M8, 16 mm2 or 0.025 in.2)

NOTE

l If the customer prepares the PGND cable, a copper-core cable with a cross-sectional area of 16 mm2
(0.025 in.2) or larger is recommended.
l One OT terminal must be added to each end of the PGND cable onsite.
l You can determine the color of the cable and whether to use corresponding two-hole OT terminals
based on local regulations.

Figure 3-2 shows a two-hole OT terminal.

Figure 3-2 Two-hole OT terminal

3.3 RRU Power Cable


The RRU power cable is a -48 V DC shielded cable. It feeds -48 V DC power to an RRU. The
maximum length of power supply that an RRU power cable supports is 100 m (328.08 ft).

NOTE

If a power device provided by the customer is used, the recommended specification of the circuit breaker
on this power device is 25 A to 30 A.

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Exterior
A tool-less female connector (pressfit type) needs to be added to one end of the RRU power
cable and a corresponding terminal needs to be added to the other end based on the
requirements of the connector on the external power device, as shown in Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3 RRU power cable

(1) -48 V DC power cable (2) Shield layer (3) Tool-less female connector
(pressfit type)

The outer diameter of RRU power cables ranges from 9.9 mm to 14.4 mm, and Table 3-2 lists
the specifications of an RRU power cable.

Table 3-2 Specifications of an RRU power cable


RRU Type National Remote Cross- OCB
Standard Distance Sectional Quantity
Area of the
Cable

RRU3953 or European 0m to 70m 6mm2 0


RRU3953w standard
71m to 100m 10mm2 2

American 0m to 70m 5.3mm2 0


standard
71m to 100m 8.2mm2 0

NOTE

For power cables with the cross-sectional area of 10 mm2 complying with European standards, use
OCB-01M to convert the power cable cross-sectional area to 6 mm2 and connect the converted power
cables to RRUs. for details about the structure, functions, installation, and maintenance of an OCB-01M,
see OCB-01M User Guide.

Table 3-3 lists the wire colors of an RRU power cable.

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Table 3-3 Wire Colors of an RRU power cable


Cable Wire Wire Color in Most Wire Color in Other Regions
Regions

North Europea UK
American n
Standard Standar
d

RRU RTN(+) Black Brown Blue


power
cable NEG(-) Blue Blue Gray

3.4 RRU Alarm Cable


The RRU alarm cable, a shielded straight-through cable, transmits alarm signals from an
external device to an RRU so that the base station monitors the operating status of external
devices. The RRU alarm cable is 5 m (16.4 ft).

Exterior
An alarm cable has a DB15 waterproof male connector at one end and eight cord end
terminals at the other end, as shown in Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-4 Alarm cable

(1) DB15 waterproof male connector (2) Cord end terminal

Pin Assignment
Table 3-4 describes the pin assignment for the wires of an RRU alarm cable.

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Table 3-4 Pin assignment for the wires of an RRU alarm cable
RRU Pin of the Color Type Cord End Description
Alarm Waterpro Terminal
Port ofed
DB15
Male
Connecto
r

Dry X1.2 White and Twisted X2 SWITCH_INPUT0+


contact blue pair

X1.3 Blue X3 SWITCH_INPUT0-


(GND)

X1.6 White and Twisted X4 SWITCH_INPUT1+


orange pair

X1.7 Orange X5 SWITCH_INPUT1-


(GND)

RS485 X1.10 White and Twisted X6 APM RX-


green pair

X1.11 Green X7 APM RX+

X1.13 White and Twisted X8 APM TX-


brown pair

X1.14 Brown X9 APM TX+

3.5 CPRI Fiber Optic Cable


CPRI fiber optic cables are classified into multimode fiber optic cables and single-mode fiber
optic cables. They transfer CPRI signals.
A multimode fiber optic cable connects a BBU to an RRU or connects two RRUs. The
maximum length of the multimode fiber optic cable between a BBU and an RRU is 150 m
(492.12 ft), and the multimode fiber optic cable between two RRUs has a fixed length of 10 m
(32.81 ft).
The single-mode fiber optic cable can be divided into two types: single-mode fiber optic cable
connecting a BBU to an RRU or connecting two RRUs (shortened to directly connected
single-mode fiber optic cable) and single-mode fiber optic cable connecting an ODF to a BBU
or RRU (shortened to single-mode pigtail). The maximum length of the single-mode pigtail
between an ODF and a BBU is 20 m (65.62 ft). The maximum length of the single-mode
pigtail between an ODF and an RRU is 70 m (229.66 ft).

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NOTE

l The ODF is an outdoor transfer box for fiber optic cables, which interconnects the single-mode
pigtail and trunk single-mode fiber optic cable.
l The ODF and trunk single-mode fiber optic cable are provided by the customer and must comply
with the ITU-T G.652 standard.
l A multimode fiber optic cable is used together with a multimode optical module, and a single-mode
pigtail is used together with a single-mode optical module.

Selection Principle
The following table describes the principles for selecting CPRI fiber optic cables.

Table 3-5 Principles for selecting CPRI fiber optic cables


Remote CPRI Data Selection Principle Remarks
Distance Rate of the
Optical
Module
(Gbit/s)

100 m 2.5 or 4.9 Multimode fiber optic Connects a BBU to an RRU.


(328.08 cable When it connects two RRUs, the
ft) distance between the two RRUs
9.8 Directly connected
single-mode fiber optic must be less than or equal to 10 m
cable (32.81 ft).

100 m 2.5 or 4.9 Multimode fiber optic Connects a BBU to an RRU.


(328.08 cable
ft) <
Remote 9.8 Directly connected
distance single-mode fiber optic
150 m cable
(492.13 - Recommended: single- The single-mode pigtail at the RRU
ft) mode fiber optic cable or BBU side is connected to the
(single-mode pigtail and trunk single-mode fiber optic cable
trunk single-mode fiber by using an ODF.
optic cable)

> 150 m - Single-mode fiber optic


(82.02 ft) cable (single-mode
pigtail and trunk single-
mode fiber optic cable)

Exterior
Multimode fiber optic cable or directly connected single-mode fiber optic cable: The
cable has a DLC connector at each end, as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 3-5 Multimode fiber optic cable or directly connected single-mode fiber optic cable

(1) DLC connector (2) Breakout cable (3) Label on the breakout cable

NOTE

l When a BBU and an RRU are connected, the breakout cable on the BBU side is 0.34 m (1.12 ft)
long, and the breakout cable on the RRU side is 0.03 m (0.098 ft) long.
l When two RRUs are connected, the breakout cables on both sides are 0.03 m (0.098 ft) long.

The following figure shows the connection of the multimode fiber optic cable or directly
connected single-mode fiber optic cable between a BBU and an RRU as an example.

Figure 3-6 Connection of the multimode fiber optic cable or directly connected single-mode
fiber optic cable between a BBU and an RRU

(1) Multimode fiber optic cable or directly connected single-mode fiber optic cable between a BBU and an
RRU

OFD06 trunk fiber optic cable: The OFD06 trunk fiber optic cable connects a BBU to an
OFD06 and has 12 LC connectors at each end, as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 3-7 OFD06 trunk fiber optic cable

(1) LC connector (2) Breakout cable (3) Label on the breakout cable

Single-mode pigtail: The single-mode pigtail has a DLC connector at one end and an FC,
LC, or SC connector at the other end, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 3-8 Exterior of a single-mode pigtail

(1) DLC (2) Breakout (3) Label on the (4) FC (5) LC (6) SC
connector cable breakout cable connector connector connector

NOTE

l When a single-mode pigtail connects a BBU to an ODF, the breakout cables on the BBU side and
ODF side are 0.34 m (1.12 ft) and 0.8 m (2.62 ft), respectively.
l When a single-mode pigtail connects an RRU to an ODF, the breakout cables on the RRU side and
ODF side are 0.03 m (0.098 ft ft) and 0.8 m (2.62 ft), respectively.

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The following figure shows the connection of the single-mode pigtail.

Figure 3-9 Connection of the single-mode pigtail

(1) Single-mode pigtail between a BBU and an ODF (2) Single-mode pigtail between an RRU and an ODF

Pin Assignment
The following table describes the labels on the breakout cables of a CPRI fiber optic cable
and recommended cable connections.

Table 3-6 Labels on the breakout cables of a CPRI fiber optic cable and recommended cable
connections

Label on the Installation Position


Breakout Cable
Connection Connection Connection
Between a BBU Between RRUs Between a BBU or
and an RRU or RRU and an ODF
Between an
OFD06 and an
RRU

1A CPRI RX port on the CPRI RX port on RX port on the BBU or


RRU RRU 1 CPRI RX port on the
RRU

1B CPRI TX port on the CPRI TX port on TX port on the BBU or


RRU RRU 1 CPRI TX port on the
RRU

2A OFD06 or TX port CPRI TX port on ODF


on the BBU RRU 0

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Label on the Installation Position


Breakout Cable
Connection Connection Connection
Between a BBU Between RRUs Between a BBU or
and an RRU or RRU and an ODF
Between an
OFD06 and an
RRU

2B OFD06 or RX port CPRI RX port on ODF


on the BBU RRU 0

3.6 RRU RF Jumper


The 1/2" RRU RF jumper transmits and receives RF signals between an RRU and an antenna.
A fixed-length RF jumper used by an RRU is 2 m (6.56 ft), 3 m (9.84 ft), 4 m (13.12 ft), 6 m
(19.68 ft), or 10 m (32.81 ft). A variable-length RF jumper used by an RRU has a maximum
length of 10 m (32.81 ft).

NOTE

l When the distance between an RRU and an antenna is less than 10 m (32.81 ft), one end of the RF jumper
is connected to an RF port at the bottom of the RRU, and the other end is connected to the antenna.
l When the distance between an RRU and an antenna is greater than 10 m (32.81 ft), one end of the RF
jumper is connected to a feeder, and the other end is connected to the antenna.
l If the customer prepares the RF jumper, the length of the RF jumper should be as short as possible and
not exceed 2 m (6.56 ft.).

Exterior
An RF jumper has a DIN male connector at one end and a customized connector at the other
end.
Figure 3-10 shows an RF jumper with a DIN male connector at each end.

Figure 3-10 RF jumper

(1) DIN male connector

3.7 RRU AISG Multi-Wire Cable


An RRU AISG multi-wire cable connects an RRU and an RCU to transmit control signals
from a base station to an RET antenna. When the RRU is connected to the RET antenna, an

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AISG multi-wire cable transmits RS485 signals. The length of the AISG multi-wire cable is 5
m (16.40 ft).

NOTE

An RCU is a driving motor used for the phase shifter in the RET antenna. It receives control commands from
a base station and runs the commands to drive the stepper motor. Using a gear, the stepper motor drives the
adjustable phase shifter in the antenna and changes the downtilt angle.

Exterior
An AISG multi-wire cable has a waterproof DB9 male connector at one end and a standard
AISG female connector at the other end, as shown in Figure 3-11.

Figure 3-11 AISG multi-wire cable

(1) Waterproofed DB9 male connector (2) Standard AISG female connector

Pin Assignment
Table 3-7 describes the pin assignment for the wires of an AISG multi-wire cable.

Table 3-7 Pin assignment for the wires of an AISG multi-wire cable
X1 End (Pin of X2 End (Pin of the Color Type Description
the Standard AISG
Waterproofed Female Connector)
DB9 Male
Connector)

White and
blue Twisted
X1.1 X2.1 +12 V
pair
Blue

X1.3 X2.3 White and RS485 B


orange Twisted
pair
X1.5 X2.5 Orange RS485 A

X1.4 X2.4 White and - GND


green

X1.9 and X1.4 are - - - GND


interconnected.

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X1 End (Pin of X2 End (Pin of the Color Type Description


the Standard AISG
Waterproofed Female Connector)
DB9 Male
Connector)

- X2.1 and X2.6 are - - +12 V


interconnected.

- X2.4 and X2.7 are - - GND


interconnected.

3.8 RRU AISG Extension Cable


When the distance between an RRU and an RCU is longer than 5 m (16.4 ft), an AISG multi-
wire cable is not long enough to connect the RRU and the RCU. In this case, an AISG
extension cable is used to extend the AISG multi-wire cable for transmitting RS485 signals.
The length of the AISG extension cable is 15 m (49.21 ft).

Exterior
An AISG multi-wire cable has a standard AISG male connector at one end and a standard
AISG female connector at the other end, as shown in Figure 3-12.

Figure 3-12 AISG extension cable

(1) Standard AISG male connector (2) Standard AISG female connector

Pin Assignment
Table 3-8 describes the pin assignment for the wires of an AISG extension cable.

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Table 3-8 Pin assignment for the wires of an AISG extension cable
X1 End (Pin X2 End (Pin Color Type Description
of the of the
Standard Standard
AISG Male AISG
Connector) Female
Connector)

X1.1 X2.1 White and blue Twisted pair +12 V

Blue

X1.7 X2.7 White and Twisted pair DC Return


orange

Orange

X1.3 X2.3 White and green Twisted pair RS485 B

X1.5 X2.5 Green RS485 A

X1.6 X2.6 White and brown Twisted pair +24 V

Brown

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4 RF Cable Connections for the


RRU3953&RRR3953w

RF cable connections for the RRU vary depending on the configurations of the RRU and
antenna.

Description of RF Cable Connections


This section describes the RF cable connections for the RRU serving a single sector. The
following table lists the RF cable connections for the RRU.

Table 4-1 RF cable connections for the RRU


RRU Model Specifications of a Scenario Illustration of
Single RRU Cable
Connections

RRU3953 or For details, see the 2T2R See illustration 1 in


RRU3953w typical power Figure 4-1.
configuration of the
corresponding RRU in 1T2R+1T2R See illustration 2 in
"Technical Figure 4-1.
Specifications of 2T4R See illustration 3 in
RRUs" of 3900 Series Figure 4-1.
Base Station Technical
Description.

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Illustration of Cable Connections

Figure 4-1 RF cable connections for the RRU

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5 RRU Auxiliary Devices

This chapter describes RRU auxiliary devices.

Indoor Floor installation Support


An Indoor Floor installation Support (IFS06) is used for installing indoor RRUs.
For details about the exterior, specifications, and installation of an IFS06, see the 3900 Series
Base Station Hardware Description and DBS3900 (ICR) Installation Guide.

Outdoor Pole Support


OFP06, short for Outdoor Flexible Pole For 6, is an outdoor pole support and provides a
solution for extended installation of Huawei products on towers or building tops.
For details about the exterior and installation of an OFP06, see the OFP06 Installation Guide.

OCB
An Outdoor Cable Conversion Box (OCB) interconnects cables of different core diameters.
Power cables shipped with RRUs cannot support long-distance power supply. Therefore,
when power supply is far from the equipment, cables with large core diameters are used, and
an OCB connects these cables and RRU power cables.
For details about the structure, functions, installation, and maintenance of an OCB, see the
OCB User Guide or OCB01M User Guide.

Power Module
Power module is used to convert external AC input power into -48 V DC for the DC RRU,
including the following type:
l AC/DC Power Module
l OPM15M: supported by V100R010C10 and later.
l OPM30M: supported by V100R011C10 and later.
l OPM50M: supported by V100R010C10 and later.
For details about the structure, functions, installation, and maintenance of a Power Module,
see the AC/DC Power Module User Guide or OPM15M User Guide or OPM30M User Guide
or OPM50M User Guide.

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Distribution Equipment
The ODM03D is small distribution equipment, which supports RRU capacity expansion,
power cable reuse, and fiber optic cable reuse.
For details about the structure, functions, installation, and maintenance of an ODM03D, see
the ODM03D User Guide.

RMU
A RMU3900A (Outdoor Distribution Module) is a radio multiplex unit, which converges and
deconverges CPRI data and saves CPRI fiber optic cables between a BBU and RRUs.
RMU3900A: supported by V100R012C00 and later.
For details about the structure, functions, installation, and maintenance of a RMU3900A, see
the RMU3900A User Guide.

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